The movie received widespread critical acclaim for its thoughtful storytelling, beautiful cinematography, and soul-stirring music. The film's director, Vijay Milton, was praised for his nuanced approach to storytelling, and the lead actors, Jiiva and Nivedhithaa Gopal, were lauded for their performances. The movie's music, composed by Ilaiyaraaja, was also widely appreciated, with many considering it one of the best soundtracks of the year.